Environmental Svcs Aide-PT-Trinity Health Chelsea

Trinity Health • Chelsea, MI

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About The Position

The Environmental Aide maintains the Health System environment by performing environmental duties in accordance with regulatory agency standards, infection control requirements, and hospital and department policies. The role includes completing and understanding mandatory computer-based trainings and demonstrating required competencies.

The aide performs general cleaning in areas such as patient towers, public areas, exam rooms, and offices. Duties include cleaning and disinfecting surfaces, spot-cleaning carpet and upholstery, cleaning spills, changing linen and making beds, operating vacuum equipment, and disposing of hazardous and non-hazardous waste. The aide also reports equipment repair needs and unsafe situations, contributes to a culture of trust, respect, and teamwork, and performs work safely while reporting preventable hazards and unsafe practices.

Requirements

• Able to speak, read, and write English.
• Possesses basic math skills.
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Able to communicate effectively with patients, visitors, and co-workers.
• Able to concentrate and pay close attention to detail.
• Able to prioritize assigned tasks and organize work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to walk and stand for approximately 90% of work time.
• Able to frequently squat, kneel, and lift, and occasionally bend and twist.
• Able to lift 40 pounds without assistance.
• Able to lift, turn, push, pull, and position equipment.
• Able to use safe body mechanics.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three months of customer service or cleaning experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform general cleaning tasks in patient towers, public areas, exam rooms, offices, and other areas.
• Clean and disinfect surfaces.
• Spot-clean carpet and upholstery and clean up spills.
• Change linen and make beds.
• Operate vacuum cleaning equipment.
• Dispose of hazardous and non-hazardous waste.
• Report needed equipment repairs and unsafe situations.
• Complete and understand mandatory computer-based trainings and demonstrate required competencies.
• Communicate positively and contribute to a culture of trust, respect, and teamwork.
• Follow the Code of Conduct, Service Excellence Standards, and the Mission, Vision, and Values of SJMH.
• Perform duties safely and promptly report preventable hazards and unsafe practices to management.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance, and disability coverage.
• Retirement savings plan with employer contribution.
• Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED